For which of the following patients would activated charcoal be indicated?

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Activated charcoal is indicated for oral ingestions of certain toxic substances within a specific time frame, usually within 1 hour of ingestion. It works by adsorbing the substance in the stomach and intestines, preventing its absorption into the bloodstream. In the case of the 27-year-old who took a large amount of Tylenol (acetaminophen) 45 minutes ago, activated charcoal would be appropriate to minimize absorption of the drug. For the other scenarios, activated charcoal is not indicated due to the nature of the substance ingested (inhalation of glue, ingestion of bleach) or the time elapsed since ingestion (overdose of antidepressants earlier in the day).

For Which of the Following Patients Would Activated Charcoal Be